The "Golden Visa" Program was launched by the Portuguese authorities in October 2012 and offers a fast-track route for non-European Union foreign investors to obtain a valid permanent residence permit in Portugal, also allowing them to travel freely within most European countries (Schengen Area).
Under the Golden Visa program, non-EU citizens only need to make one of the investments outlined in the law to obtain a residence permit in Portugal. Aimed at attracting foreign investment to the country, the Golden Visa is a very simple and flexible program, with clear and straightforward legal requirements.
The stay requirements are also extremely low, clearly making the Golden Visa one of the most attractive residency programs in the world for investors.
The Golden Visa Program offers investors the following benefits:
- No visa required to enter Portugal
- No visa required to travel within Europe (Schengen Area)
- Live and work in Portugal, even if residing in another country
- Extremely low minimum stay requirements
- Permanent residence after 5 years
- Citizenship after 6 years
- Residency extended to family members
The "Golden Visa" Program was launched by the Portuguese authorities in October 2012 and offers a fast-track route for non-European Union foreign investors to obtain a valid permanent residence permit in Portugal, also allowing them to travel freely within most European countries (Schengen Area).
Under the Golden Visa program, non-EU citizens only need to make one of the investments outlined in the law to obtain a residence permit in Portugal. Aimed at attracting foreign investment to the country, the Golden Visa is a very simple and flexible program, with clear and straightforward legal requirements.
The stay requirements are also extremely low, clearly making the Golden Visa one of the most attractive residency programs in the world for investors.
The Golden Visa Program offers investors the following benefits:
- No visa required to enter Portugal
- No visa required to travel within Europe (Schengen Area)
- Live and work in Portugal, even if residing in another country
- Extremely low minimum stay requirements
- Permanent residence after 5 years
- Citizenship after 6 years
- Residency extended to family members
